PhD Network
At the Department of Food Science, we believe that a vibrant social life is key to both personal well-being and academic success. It fosters collaboration, sparks new ideas, and supports long-term professional growth.
That’s why we have an active PhD Student Network that brings PhD students together through a range of social and academic events. These gatherings are great opportunities to connect with peers, share knowledge, and build lasting professional relationships.
The PhD Student Network is open to all FOOD PhD students, offering a welcoming space where you can meet like-minded colleagues and feel part of a supportive community.
From networking events to informal get-togethers, our activities are designed to support both your academic journey and social life.
Got questions or ideas? Do you want to join the network? We’d love to hear from you: food_phd_network@science.ku.dk
Every other month, the sections at the Department of Food Science face off in a friendly competition as part of the ongoing FOOD Section Tournament. Each round features a new predefined activity, and participating sections earn points that are tracked on scoreboards displayed throughout the department.
At the end of the year, the section with the highest cumulative score is crowned Champions of the FOOD Section Tournament and claims the FOOD Section Trophy.
Here are some of the activities we have enjoyed in the Department:
January
Board Games Evening
An evening of fun and strategy featuring team games like Hint. A great way to kick off the year and bond with colleagues over some friendly competition.
May
Olympic Day
A playful outdoor tournament with classic and quirky challenges such as tug of war, “save the chicken,” blindfolded obstacle races, and a paper plane competition. Team spirit and laughs guaranteed!
September
Pétanque Tournament
Relaxed afternoon of pétanque. A perfect way to ease into the new semester and soak up the last summer vibes.
October
Pumpkin Carving
Halloween-inspired pumpkin carving contest to get creative and maybe a little spooky.
December
Gingerbread House Competition
Unleash your inner architect and designer! Each team receives the basic pieces of a gingerbread house and plenty of decorations to build a sweet masterpiece.
The PhD Student Network also hosts professional and personal development workshops throughout the year. These events offer valuable tools and insights to support life as a researcher.
LinkedIn Workshop
Host: Ana Soriano Albert, International Education Specialist
Hands-on session to boost LinkedIn presence and professional visibility. Participants learned how to build a standout profile, develop effective networking strategies, and position themselves to attract attention from potential employers and collaborators.
PhD Wellbeing Workshop
Host: Daphne von Lindholm, KU HR Consultant on psychological working environment
As the PhD life is demanding, we had the chance to step back and reflect. Topics such as work-life balance, personal wellbeing, and navigating the expectations of academic life were discussed.
